Tuesday, April 14, 2009

I met my wonderful friend Veronica and her family at the Double TollGate Flea Market on Sunday. I had a great time walking and talking with them. I also found some GREAT stuff. I bought a new Home & Garden Party Chip and Dip (a gift for my MIL), a vintage Sweet Scents Doll (I want the purple tights for a custom doll), crib sheets and blankets (to donate to the CPC where I volunteer), a vintage Willow figurine, and self adhesive crystals for cardmaking.

I noticed that there were several new vendors this time around and prices seemed to be extremely reasonable. If you are in the area, it's a great way to spend a weekend afternoon. GRADE: A

The James Rumsey Yard Sale in an unpredicatable creature. Two years ago, I filled my car with so much wonderful stuff from this sale that I literally had to drive home with my knees in the dashboard, as I had to move my seat up to fit everything in. Last year, I left almost completely empty handed.

This year, the sale was hampered by extremely cold and windy weather. Some of the sellers seemed to be of the flea market variety - high priced junk in some cases. However, I did find some good stuff, too - including some Strawberry Shortcake. Overall Grade: C.

Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Have you ever made a 3-D card using copies of the same image and PopDots? If not, then you really should give it a try. Although it may be hard to tell from my substandard picture, it's actually quite easy and the effect is AWESOME. I was inspired to make this card by friends at Scrap This Way and my friend Claire at Strawberryland TownSquare. I've been dying to use this yummy rainbow Satin ribbon for a while now and this was the perfect project. Would you believe that I purchased a walmart size bag FULL of this ribbon for just $1.00? Oh, how I love a bargain. Speaking of bargains, I'll soon be posting pictures and photos from my yard sale/thrift store/flea market hauls, so be sure to keep checking here on my blog. I know that I hadn't been posting much, but I'm back into the swing of things now. I'm going to have a lot to post during the month of April.

Monday, April 6, 2009

I made this little coupon book for my hubby, and best friend, Brian. I was inspired by my friend Melanie and her Challenge #3 at Strawberryland Town Square. This was fun to put together and it will be even more fun to see his reaction. You know, you don't need a special occasion to do something sweet and unexpected for someone that you love. So, why not make something sweet for the one that you love today, for no reason at all...... except to say, "I love you!"

Sunday, April 5, 2009

Sorry about the hiatus. This is a onesie card that I made for Challenge #2 over at Strawberryland TownSquare. I always thought that these would be hard and would take a long time, but they are very easy and take just a few minutes. Thanks for the inspiration, Ronnie!

It's Me ~ The Garage Sale Diva

It's all about the hunt for the perfect treasure at an awesome price. I love yard sales, flea markets, and thrift stores. I'm a 30 something, happily marrried Christian and full time teacher. I live in the Eastern Panhandle of WV. Thanks for stopping by my blog. I appreciate your comments!

Words of Love

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28